Congratulations on Your First Year at UMass Amherst!

Congratulations on Your First Year at UMass Amherst

Congratulations on reaching your first year with UMass Amherst! We hope it has been a rewarding journey so far, filled with valuable learning, growth, and connections. Over the past year, you’ve received various resources to support your success, well-being, and engagement on campus. As you continue your journey with us, here’s a quick recap of some key resources and benefits to keep at your fingertips.

Your Year in Review: Highlights of Essential Resources and Benefits

  • Campus Connections: Opportunities to engage in campus life, including access to events, the Fine Arts Center, campus lectures, and athletic events, have been shared to help you connect with the vibrant UMass Amherst community.
  • Supportive Resources: From the Employee Counseling and Consultation Office (ECCO) to the Ombuds Office, Equal Opportunity resources, and the Workplace Bullying Process, a wide array of support services are available to help you navigate challenges and thrive.
  • Professional Development: Through programs like Workplace Learning & Development, LinkedIn Learning, and the Office of Faculty Development, you have access to training and growth opportunities designed to help you excel in your current role and prepare for the future.
  • Wellness and Work-Life Balance: Wellness resources are available to support your physical and mental health, including memberships to our RecWell facilities, access to the Calm app, and our on-campus health services.
  • Perks and Benefits: We’ve introduced a range of employee perks, including dining plans (with award-winning campus dining), tuition waivers for you and your family, library resources, and more.

You can find a complete list of these resources, plus all the additional information you received during your first year, on our New Employee's Guide website. Share Your Feedback! Your insights matter to us, and we’d love to hear from you. If you have any feedback, suggestions, or questions about your experience, please let us know at AskHR. Your input helps us continue improving the experience for all employees.

We look forward to seeing all you accomplish as a valued member of our UMass Amherst community. Here’s to the next chapter!